Undeceptions with John Dickson 70. The Artist
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May 22, 2022 Russ Ramsey, an author and pastor known for "Rembrandt is in the Wind," and Makoto Fujimura, a contemporary artist renowned for his process-driven work, dive into the universal concept of beauty in art. They explore how beauty influences personal experiences and its divine connections. The guests discuss the transformative power of art, the acceptance of imperfections through kintsugi, and the spiritual journey artists embark on, all while emphasizing creativity's role in healing and community.
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Beauty As Central To The Good Life
- Beauty is a universal human concern tied to joy, imagination, and transcendence.
- Knowing what beauty is and where it points matters for a flourishing life.
Humble Roots Shaping Art Writing
- Russ Ramsey shares growing up in a small Indiana farming town with little highbrow exposure to art.
- He aimed to write about art so a local farmer could enjoy his essays without feeling lectured.
Beauty As A Theological Signal
- Beauty draws humans toward engagement and signals something beyond mere utility.
- Makoto and Russ connect beauty to God's character, making aesthetic experience a theological encounter.
